<p> Lewis Cass Intermediate School District 61682 Dailey Road Providing Services Today For A Better Tomorrow Cassopolis, Michigan 49031-9648 Fax (269) 445-2981 Brookside Fax (269) 445-6253 North Pointe Fax (269) 782-7727 Web: //www.lewiscassisd.org</p><p>POSITION: Director of Special Education</p><p>REPORTS TO: Superintendent</p><p>SUPERVISES: Staff Members assigned to the Department of Special Education</p><p>QUALIFICATIONS: Michigan full approval as Director of Special Education Minimum of five years experience as an administrator of special education Demonstrated ability in the organization and supervision of special education programs Master’s degree or higher in educational administration or related field</p><p>TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Administrative 260 day position Full-time position Start Date: July 1, 2014</p><p>SALARY/BENEFITS: Competitive compensation package commensurate with years of experience</p><p>JOB GOALS: To provide leadership in developing, achieving and maintaining a quality special education program on behalf of the constituent districts within LCISD</p><p>SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Supervises all department staff and facilities; 2. Provides instructional vision, leadership, and programming for all staff to utilize best practices and pedagogy for students with disabilities; 3. Keeps informed of all legal requirements governing Special Education and shares this information with LCISD and all local education agencies (LEA's); 4. Provides leadership for the implementation of Special Education curriculum and programming; 5. Collaborates with local administrators on the evaluation and supervision of local Special Education programs, services, and staff; 6. Collaborates with the Finance Department regarding grant designations and allocations including program design and implementation; 7. Develops and manages the Special Education budget in accordance with board policy and administrative guidelines; 8. Monitors operation of district programs and services for students with disabilities to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines; 9. Works collaboratively with community agencies to implement programs and supports for individuals with disabilities; 1. Represents the agency in public matters related to the education of students with disabilities; 2. Completes local, state, and federal reports related to Special Education; 3. Supervises the development and implementation of Emergency Crisis Plans and other activities related to building safety and security; 4. Serves in special administrative assignments in the district as designated by the Superintendent.</p><p>APPLY TO: Please provide a letter of interest, current resume and transcripts to Lewis Cass ISD, Robert Colby, Superintendent, 61682 Dailey Road, Cassopolis, MI 49031 or [email protected]. DEADLINE: Until Filled</p><p>Equal Opportunity Employer/Programs Auxiliary aids and services as well as written publications in alternative accessible format are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Michigan Relay Center 1-800-649-3777 (Voice and TDD)</p>